Multiple choice

Because the conditions for farming were good, the first civilizations arose

  1. In the mountains

  2. near the sea

  3. in river valleys

  4. in the desert

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Early civilizations relied on fertile soil and water for irrigation, which were most readily available in river valleys. This environment supported the large-scale farming necessary to sustain dense populations.